Texas politicians warn Smithsonian it must not lobby to retain its space shuttle
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Texas politicians warn Smithsonian it must not lobby to retain its space shuttle
"Cornyn and Weber's letter cited the Anti-Lobbying Act as restricting the use of federal funds to influence the public regarding legislation or appropriations matters."
"The Smithsonian receives about two-thirds of its annual budget from Congress, which covers salaries, collections care, and facility maintenance."
Cornyn and Weber's letter to Roberts misinterpreted a law regarding the transfer of space vehicles involved in the Commercial Crew Program, suggesting that shuttles like Discovery should be exempt. The letter emphasized the Smithsonian's obligation under the Anti-Lobbying Act, given its significant federal funding. The Smithsonian's annual budget largely comes from congressional allocations, supporting salaries and maintenance of its museums. The Texas officials referenced a Flying Magazine article to suggest the Smithsonian was inappropriately advocating against the relocation of a space shuttle, indicating a potential violation of the anti-lobbying restrictions.
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